Testimonial for Jessica Allen Hayek, CPD, CCCE, CLC
I met with Jess and her partner, Christy, and instantly knew that I needed them in my life. I was so right. With their support, I had an amazing pregnancy, a powerful birth (that I would repeat a million times over) and got through a really tough post-partum period.
I immediately felt comfortable with Jess - it was as though she was a long time friend. Throughout my pregnancy she helped me work through my fears about childbirth and helped me to believe in the amazing things that my body is capable of. She ensured that I knew all of my options, was a wealth of evidence-based information, and supported me when I decided to change medical providers mid-way through my pregnancy. I had one scary meeting with my care provider and, afterward, I texted Jessica in a semi-panic. She called me immediately, was a calming influence, listened to all of my fears, provided me evidence-based information and helped me formulate a solution.
I went into labor early Saturday but, when I hadn't progressed to active labor by mid-day, Jessica was there to suggest positions and tricks to get things moving. When labor finally kicked in, Sunday morning, she met my husband and I at the hospital and knew what I needed before I ever knew myself. There was a moment when doubt started to creep into my mind and it was as though Jessica could read my eyes and, before I said anything, just calmly told me "this is your baby coming to you, you are doing this!" The power of her words, and that moment, stands so strong in my mind as it was what I needed to push through!
Jessica was also wonderful throughout the post-partum period. We had a lot of nursing problems and just in general found it to be a very trying time. Again, she was there with the resources (and tons of hugs) to help. There wasn't one call, text, or email that went unanswered. I could go on and on but, suffice to say, Jess is amazing and holds a special place in our family's heart!
-Lauren Hunt
January 20, 2019
Jessica Allen Hayek, CPD, CCCE, CLC
Albany Family Life Center
Birth Fee: $3000
